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Prevent Getting Sick on Vacation

Packing a small emergency kit will also be useful should you need pain and symptom relief in a pinch. We recommend a kit with ibuprofen (Motrin) or acetophenone (Tylenol) as well as Pepto Bismol, which can help with stomach-related illness and contains antibacterial properties which help fight off an infection. As a world traveler we never travel without a Z-pack (Zithromax), which is “a broad-spectrum antibiotic,” as well as Vitamin C supplements, Imodium, hand sanitizer and antibacterial wipes, to ward off and help cure any maladies that may arise. Though they seem common, these items can be difficult to find outside of major cities or in foreign countries, and having them on-hand, especially when you’re too ill to procure them yourself, can be hugely beneficial.

While you may be eager to get home while your nose is leaking all over that hotel remote, flying back to comfort may not be the best idea. “If you’re very congested, being on an airplane may make you feel worse,”pointing out that the air pressure can create unpleasant symptoms. Airlines will typically charge a fee to rebook your flight, but that fee should be worth not extending your illness — and infecting other travelers.

Want to stay healthy for your next trip? Dr. Rajapaksa emphasizes, “Take a probiotic regularly to help your immune system be more resilient.” Just think of it as a wellness boost to your frequent flier miles and you’ll feel gold status in no time.

The Essentials

A list of your prescriptions (in case you lose them)—bring a translation if traveling abroad.

• Hydrocortisone cream, for rashes and bug bites

• Pain and fever reducer, such as Tylenol or Advil

• Bandages

• A copy of a recent EKG, if you have heart problems

• Antihistamines for allergic reactions

• Tweezers

• Small scissors

• Adhesive tape

• Alcohol wipes

For Traveling Abroad

Emergency Contraception:“It’s not easy to find internationally,” says Anne Terry, director of the travel-medicine clinic at the University of Washington in Seattle.